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Secret required) - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** Indianapolis, IN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $212,500.0 - $287,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Business Analytics Applications, Architectural Patterns, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Code Generation, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Data Conversion, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Python (Programming Language), Node.Js, NoSQL, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Web Application Frameworks, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Backend, Vue.js, Containerization, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Low-code, Front End Software Development, Virtual Agents, Restful APIs, Data Pipelines, Devsecops, Docker, Legacy Systems - **Published:** June 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ddd45a3029463d73 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Tooling?, Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Software Engineer Sr Principal must have: * Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field * Experience: 8+ years of professional software engineering experience with full-stack depth * Technical skills: Strong proficiency in modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue) and backend languages (Java, Python, Node.js, or Go) * Experience with cloud platforms (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or equivalent FedRAMP environments) * Proficiency with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipeline tools * Experience building RESTful APIs and working with relational and/or NoSQL databases * Understanding of federal security requirements (NIST 800-53, STIG compliance, ATO processes) * Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Cursor) integrated into daily engineering workflows * Track record of delivering production software in Agile/SAFe teams * Security clearance: Active Secret * US citizenship required Preferred Qualifications * Experience configuring and deploying agentic AI coding workflows (autonomous code generation, AI-driven test creation, agent-based CI/CD integration) * Demonstrated ability to evaluate, select, and roll out AI developer tooling across engineering teams * Experience with geospatial systems, scientific/analytical platforms, or technical operations tools * Familiarity with low-code platforms and hybrid architecture patterns * Experience with legacy system migration and data conversion * AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, Developer) in GovCloud context * Experience leading small teams or serving as tech lead on federal programs, Years of Experience 8 + years of related experience * may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree ## Description Transform technology into opportunity as a Software Engineer at GDIT. Shape what's next for mission-critical federal platforms while shaping what's next for your engineering career by using AI-assisted software development., As a Full Stack Software Engineer, the work you do at GDIT will be impactful to a federal agency's mission modernization. You will play a crucial role in building a next-generation platform that replaces legacy systems and transforms how the government executes critical operations. * Lead full-stack architecture and implementation for a cloud-hosted federal platform that must achieve ATO and retire legacy systems within aggressive timelines * Collaborate with cross-functional teams - UX designers, product managers, DevSecOps engineers to deliver production-quality code in a SAFe Agile environment * Drive engineering excellence through automated testing, code reviews, and mentorship that meets stringent federal quality metrics (zero Sev 1/2 defects, <5 Sev 3 per component) * Utilize modern cloud-native technologies, containerized deployments, CI/CD pipelines, and agentic AI tooling to accelerate delivery of mission capabilities Responsibilities * Design and implement full-stack features for complex federal operational workflows * Lead architectural decisions for platform services, APIs, and data models * Build and maintain frontend interfaces that deliver on UX designs with high fidelity * Develop backend services, integrations, and data pipelines supporting legacy system migration and retirement * Establish and optimize AI-assisted development workflows for the engineering team, including configuring agentic AI tools for code generation, testing, and review * Contribute to DevSecOps pipeline configuration, containerization, and infrastructure-as-code * Participate in architecture design reviews and support ATO documentation with security-compliant code * Mentor team members, conduct code reviews, and drive engineering best practices ## Related Videos - [The Future of Developer Experience with GenAI: Driving Engineering Excellence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1107-the-future-of-developer-experience-with-genai-driving-engineering-excellence) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Lessons learned from building a thriving Vue.js SaaS application](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1666-lessons-learned-from-building-a-thriving-vue-js-saas-application) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) - [Common Mistakes in Vue.js and How to Avoid Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/958-common-mistakes-in-vue-js-and-how-to-avoid-them) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)